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'You are repeatedly going behind the president's back!' Hegseth accused of lying to Trump
- At a House hearing, Rep. Jason Crow questions Pete Hegseth about Tim Parlatore and a White House investigation.
- Hegseth denies knowledge of the investigation and says he was not removed.
- Crow accuses Hegseth of repeatedly going behind the president’s back and lying.
- The exchange occurs as Defense Secretary Hegseth testifies on the FY27 budget in Congress.
- The piece frames the incident within broader Trump-era political tensions.
- No conclusive evidence of Parlatore’s involvement is presented in the excerpt.
- Hegseth challenges Crow’s framing, calling questions a stunt and focusing on loyalty.
- The confrontation centers on alleged loyalty to Trump and handling of staff.
- The article positions the hearing within the broader political spotlight ahead of midterms.
- The report includes a photographer credit and mentions Reuters imagery.
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